Outpatient surgery at Palomar UC San Diego Health involves diagnostic and interventional procedures that enable patients to return home on the same day. Our dedicated world-class team is committed to minimizing disruption to your daily life through minimally invasive procedures and incorporating cutting-edge technology, leading to better patient outcomes. We take a compassionate and comprehensive approach to your outpatient surgery journey, prioritizing your comfort and peace of mind.
Our Outpatient Surgery Centers
Palomar UC San Diego Health operates outpatient surgery centers in Escondido and Poway, offering a wide range of procedures including:
- Robotic-assisted and minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures by general, gynecology and urology surgeons
- Breast care procedures
- Melanoma procedures
- Minimally invasive pain management procedures by neurosurgeons
- Arthroscopic procedures by orthopedic surgeons
- Minimally invasive and total joint replacement for medically qualified patients
- Minor vascular procedures
- Urology procedures
- Ophthalmology procedures
- Otolaryngology procedures
- Diagnostic bronchoscopy and robotic-assisted interventional bronchoscopy
- Gastroenterology procedures
Common Outpatient Surgeries
Laparoscopic and Minimally Invasive Procedures:
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (removal of the gall bladder)
- Laparoscopic appendectomy (removal of the appendix)
- Laparoscopic hernia repair
- Dilatation and curettage (D&C of the Uterus)
- Hysteroscopy procedures (e.g., removal of uterine fibroids and polyps)
- Implantable pain pumps
Other Common Procedures:
- Arthroscopic procedures of the joints (e.g., shoulders, knees, hips)
- Cataract extraction with Intraocular Lens implants
- Vitreal-retinal surgery
- Glaucoma surgery
- Nasal/sinus surgery
- Ear surgery
- Minor vascular surgery (e.g., dialysis grafts)
- Upper GI procedures (exam of the esophagus, stomach and duodenum)
- Lower GI procedures (exam of the colon)
Most Common Outpatient Surgeries
- Laparoscopic hernia repairs
- Breast Biopsy
- Hysteroscopy
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
- Laparoscopic appendectomy
- Cataract extraction with IOL replacement
- Arthroscopy procedures
- Total joint replacement (for medically eligible patients)
Center-Specific Offerings
Poway:
- Ophthalmology procedures
- Minimally invasive hip replacement
Escondido:
- Minimally invasive hip replacement
- Da Vinci ION robotic-assisted bronchoscopy procedures
Advanced Technology and Services
Palomar UC San Diego Health’s Interventional Procedural areas utilize advanced imaging technology and offer a variety of interventional procedures including:
- Cardiovascular and endovascular interventions
- Valvular and other structural heart procedures
- Cardiopulmonary procedures
- Interventional oncology
- Interventional pain procedures
- Electrophysiology procedures
- Neurovascular procedures
- Peripheral vascular procedures
Patient Testimonials
Here are a few positive comments from our patients:
1. “I just want to thank all the medical staff who cared for me from before entering the operating room until leaving. I’m very grateful. Thank you for your beautiful energy and your daily work. God bless you.”
2. “Dr. Owsley was amazing. The anesthesiologist was amazing. Cindy the nurse was amazing. They were all great and you guys have the best facility. Thank you.”
3. “Totally awesome, was treated with respect and empathy.”
4. “My hospital caregivers in pre-op, post-op and recovery were exceptional. Each was attentive to my needs and situation. They were very timely in providing me with information or service. Their personalities kept me calm and assured.”
5. “I couldn’t have asked for better care and attention from the staff, they were all top-notch. Thank you for taking such good care of me.”
Contact Us
Visit our outpatient surgery centers at the following addresses:
PMC Escondido: 2185 Citracado Parkway, Escondido, CA 92029
442.281.5000
PMC Poway: 15615 Pomerado Rd, Poway, CA 92064
858.613.4000